Mel Asberry
Mel Asberry is an experienced Designated Airworthiness Representative specializing in Experimental/Amateur-Built aircraft. He and his wife, Ann, have built seven amateur-built airplanes including two ultralight types, a Moni Motorglider, a Dragonfly Mk2, two RV-6s and a Zenair CH 601HDS. They are currently building a scratch-built biplane.
Changing the Propeller, Can I Add Seats?
Question: I am upgrading the propeller on my aircraft and was wondering if you might be able to help me out. My situation is...
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Heeding manufacturer overhaul times, about the repairman certificate.
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Modifying different types of Light Sport Aircraft, updating Phase II operating limitations.
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Repairman certificate eligibility, who to list as the manufacturer, installing ADS-B equipment.
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SLSA max empty weight, sailplane condition inspections, licensing a RANS S-7LS as an ELSA.
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